Adjunct Architectural Technology Instructor

Adjunct faculty in the architectural technology department play a major role in instruction, working with the full-time faculty to deliver architectural and construction technology instruction to students. Using department course outcomes, and recommendations from the dean's office and the architectural technology department chair, adjunct faculty develop and deliver course content using high quality pedagogical techniques to ensure maximum student success and learning.

Responsibilities and Duties:

• Prepare course syllabi that meet all contractual requirements.
• Teach CAD, Revit, 3D Modeling and emerging software related to creating architectural drawings.
• Teach entry level architectural courses and architectural rendering and model-making.
• Schedule classes to meet for the allotted time on every scheduled meeting day during the semester.
• Employ effective instructional strategies that promote student learning.
• Use appropriate assessment tools to accurately measure student understanding.
• Monitor email communications from students and the college and respond in a timely manner.
• Provide availability outside of class to meet with and assist students.
• Meet all deadlines for submission of grades, student participation reports, student grievance responses and other administrative documentation.

Additional Responsibilities:

• Manage a level of flexibility that holds students accountable and recognizes the challenging work/school/life balance lead by many students at Massasoit.
• Ensure appropriate training in laboratory safety for laboratory classes.
• Follow divisional policies to maintain security of laboratory spaces, chemicals, technology, and equipment.
• Work collaboratively with divisional staff.
• Provide feedback on student progress to advisement and counseling.
• Focus on the Commonwealth's Equity Agenda by applying related best practices throughout all job functions.

Job Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in Architecture or a design related field.
• Full-time work experience in architectural design and practice.
• Professional licensing and certifications in Massachusetts related to architecture and/or building technology.
• Teaching experience in higher education and/or adult education within the disciplines of architecture, drafting, construction, or engineering.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, CAD/Autodesk, and CNC software, and laser cutter methods of fabrication.
• Comfortable learning new technology and programs.

Preferred:

• Experience with and understanding of the community college environment.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively.
• Experience teaching CAD, Revit, 3D Modeling and emerging software related to creating architectural drawings.
• Capable of maintaining academic standards with empathy and honesty.
• Knowledge of and experience using effective pedagogical strategies.
• Experience and training in online instruction.